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Wiki Nuchal Compression or Not
Hi all, When documentation states the nuchal cord cannot be reduced, do you code compression or no compression? The word compression does not come up as the baby is delivered through. Many thanks!- pclaybaugh
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Wiki Nuchal cord in delivery
When a delivery summary states "nuchal cord x1, loose, slipped over head" does that require the O69.81X0 Labor and delivery complicated by cord around neck, without compression, not applicable or unspecified? I'm in Vermont and Medicaid is denying claims stating the O69 code cannot be primary...